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Time of India
05-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Let's not pull her down, says Harshika Poonacha in support of Rashmika Mandanna's 'only actress from Coorg' remark
Kannada actor Harshika Poonacha responded with solidarity to Rashmika Mandanna 's recent statement where she referred to herself as 'the only actress from Coorg'. The statement sparked debates and conversations online, with many pointing out that she isn't the only one and there are several artistes hailing from the Kodava community, including Harshika. Harshika chose to lighten the controversy and said, 'Let's forgive her, maybe it was just a slip of the tongue. But her saying that she's the first actor from the community in Bollywood isn't accurate. Gulshan Devaiah has been part of Bollywood for a long time." Despite Rashmika's factually incorrect statement, Harshika mentioned that the community is proud of Rashmika's journey. 'She has earned a good name in Tollywood and Bollywood. As a fellow Kodavati and fellow actress, I am very happy about her success and the fame she has achieved. Our community is very encouraging when it comes to empowering women. She is doing good, let's not pull her down. Let's encourage her,' said Harshika.
Time of India
03-05-2025
- General
- Time of India
Our baby's name honours our Kodava heritage, say Harshika and Bhuvann
Deciding on a traditional name was as important to Harshika Poonacha and Bhuvann Ponnanna as holding their baby daughter's naming ceremony in their homeland, Coorg. The couple, who welcomed a baby girl in October last year, tells us, 'We named her Tridevi Ponnakkaah because she has a strong number three in her chart and also because she was born on the first day of Navaratri and is a gift from goddess Mookambika.' 'Ponnakkaah is a combination of Ponnanna and Harshika,' they add. Bhuvann notes, 'Earlier, a name would immediately tell you where a person came from. That connection to region and identity is fading. So as a couple, we were keen on our little one having a traditional name that honours her heritage. We also considered her personality, making the name a beautiful reflection of who she is,' he says. Of the ceremony, Harshika says, 'The day began with Kodava rituals, including the symbolic feeding of puttu using a gold coin, and transitioned into a celebration of family and friends.'
